Ride for India – Independence Day Bike Tour 2025

Ride for Unity

Ride for India – Independence Day Bike Tour 2025

Theme: A journey through sacrifice, valor, and national pride
Start: Red Fort / India Gate, Delhi
End: Sri Ganganagar (via Jaipur, Bikaner, Jaisalmer, Longewala)
Dates: 11th – 17th August 2025
Distance: ~1,500 km
Target Audience: Youth, veterans, influencers, patriotic travelers

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Ride for India – Independence Day Bike Tour 2025

At Zenith Holidays we believe every journey should have a story — and this one rides on patriotism and pride. Our Independence Day Special Bike Tour is a tribute to India’s bravery, culminating in the flag hoisting at Longewala, the iconic 1971 battle site near the Indo-Pak border.

Over 7 days, ride through Rajasthan’s royal cities — Jaipur, Bikaner, Jaisalmer, and Jodhpur — exploring forts, deserts, and culture. From the golden sands of Sam to the powerful silence of Tanot Mata Temple, this journey is about more than just roads — it’s about honouring the nation.

Join us on this powerful ride to celebrate freedom — on two wheels, under the tricolor.

DAY 1: 11th August – Flag-Off from Delhi to Jaipur

Start Location: Red Fort or India Gate
- Significance: Symbol of India’s independence. Tricolor hoisted here every year on August 15 by the Prime Minister.
- Ceremony: Flag-off by decorated ex-Army/Navy/Air Force officer; singing of national anthem.
Drive to Jaipur (~280 km / 5.5 hrs)
Major Stops:
- Ahirwal War Memorial, Rewari (140 km from Delhi)
  - Significance: Honors soldiers from the Ahirwal belt who fought in the 1962, 1965 & 1971 wars.
  - Activity: Interaction with local youth groups and elders about the stories of bravery.
Arrival in Jaipur by evening
- Amar Jawan Jyoti, Jaipur
  - Significance: Eternal flame in memory of Rajasthan’s martyrs.
  - Activity: Guided session by a retired officer sharing heroic stories of local soldiers.
Overnight in Jaipur

DAY 2: 12th August – Jaipur Tour + Ride to Bikaner

Morning:
- Patriotic City Ride in Jaipur:
  - Stop at Statue Circle, Vidhan Sabha, Hawa Mahal – with flags, patriotic chants, and public engagement.
Post-lunch departure for Bikaner (~330 km / 6 hrs)
Major Stop:
- Veer Teja Ji Museum, Jhunjhunu (140 km from Jaipur)
  - Significance: Local deity & warrior figure; inspires rural youth and folk culture.
  - Activity: Folk performance or short storytelling session on warrior heritage.
Arrival in Bikaner by night
- Junagarh Fort (Military Wing)
  - Significance: Contains rare artifacts, weapons, and exhibits from early Rajput battles to WW1 contributions.
  - Evening activity: Guided night tour of military exhibits + Q&A with army historian.

Overnight in Bikaner

DAY 3: 13th August – Bikaner to Jaisalmer

Morning City Ride: Flag-waving convoy across Bikaner
Drive to Jaisalmer (~330 km / 6 hrs)
- En Route Patriotism Theme:
  - Short stops at village schools or police outposts to distribute flags, mini-concerts, or soldier stories.
Arrival in Jaisalmer
- Jaisalmer War Museum (on outskirts)
  - Run by Indian Army; features:
    - Battle of Longewala pavilion
    - 1971 captured tanks and weaponry
    - Audio-visual presentations on Indo-Pak wars
  - Activity: Tour guided by an on-duty soldier or veteran
Evening:
- Campfire Talk with Veterans:
  - Several soldiers share firsthand accounts of Kargil, Siachen, and Longewala.
Overnight in Jaisalmer

DAY 4: 14th August – Jaisalmer to Longewala & Tanot Mata

Morning Departure:
- Longewala Battlefield (~120 km / 2.5 hrs)
  - Site of iconic 1971 India-Pak war battle.
  - Features: Tanks, pillboxes, original bunkers, war documentaries.
  - Activity: On-site session with veterans who served in the region.
- Tanot Mata Temple (35 km from Longewala)
  - Legend: Pakistani bombs failed to explode here in 1971.
  - Maintained by BSF. Extremely sacred and patriotic atmosphere.
  - Activity: BSF personnel explain the legend and temple’s spiritual role in the war.
Return to Jaisalmer by evening
- Independence Day Eve Tribute:
  - Patriotic musical night, screening of “Border” at the hotel lawn
  - Presentation of collective donation or memento to the BSF Commander
Overnight in Jaisalmer

DAY 5: 15th August – Independence Day Celebrations

Sunrise Flag Hoisting at Hotel Grounds
- National Anthem, distribution of tricolor bands, special breakfast
Free Day in Jaisalmer for Celebration or Optional Desert Ride
Evening:
- Grand finale dinner with veterans, speeches, awards to riders

Overnight in Jaisalmer

DAY 6: 16th August – Jaisalmer to Sri Ganganagar

Long Drive (~590 km / 9 hrs)
- Early departure via Pokaran–Bap–Bikaner–Hanumangarh–Sri Ganganagar
Why Sri Ganganagar?
- Heavily militarized town near India-Pak border
- Part of the Indira Gandhi Canal project for defense-agriculture support
- Historical defense planning site for the western border
Evening Activity:
- Interaction with retired army personnel & Border Home Guards
- Visit to Military Area Viewpoint or cantonment zone
Overnight in Sri Ganganagar

DAY 7: 17th August – Return to Delhi via Sirsa

Route: Sri Ganganagar → Sirsa → Hisar → Rohtak → Delhi (~520 km / 9 hrs)
- Reflections on patriotism, farewell to co-riders, final group photo at India Gate

Destination	No. of Nights	Hotel Name (3★ Deluxe)
Jaipur	01 Night	Hotel Golden Manor / Similar
Jaisalmer	03 Nights	Hotel Jaisal Inn / Similar
Bikaner	01 Night	Hotel Continental Blue / Similar
Jodhpur	01 Night	Chandra Inn / Similar
Desert Camp	01 Night	Happy Adventure Desert Camp / Similar

Trip Specific Inclusions

Arrival and departure assistance
Accommodation on twin sharing basis with breakfast and dinner
Room on double sharing basis
Welcome drink on arrival at all hotels
Flag hoisting on 15th August 2025 at the border as a tribute to our brave soldiers

Trip Specific Exclusions

Tips – guides.
Transportation
Suggested optional activities.
Ac will not work on Hilly areas
Early Check in / Late Checkout subject to availability.
Surcharges will apply on hotel block out dates like Christmas, New Year & so on.
Any kind of facilities not mentioned above in the Top Value Inclusions.
The quote does not include any other expenses of personal nature such as Passport,
Charges, portage at hotels, Insurance, mini bars, POE, wines, mineral water, tips, room service, food & drink, laundry, telephone bills, etc not specified in the itinerary and anything not specified under ‘Top Value Inclusions.
Any incidental expenses not mentioned in Inclusions” above will have to be paid directly.

Payment Policy

₹50,000 booking deposit per person (if booked 60 days or more in advance)
50% of the tour cost to be paid 45–31 days prior to departure
100% of the tour cost to be paid 30 days prior to departure
All prices are based on a minimum of 2 people traveling together. Any change in the number of travelers may result in a price revision.

Cancellation Policy

₹50,000 non-refundable booking deposit per person
50% of the tour cost is non-refundable if cancelled up to 30 days prior to departure
80% of the tour cost is non-refundable if cancelled between 30–20 days prior
100% of the tour cost is non-refundable if cancelled less than 20 days prior to departure